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    Media Advisory: The South African Human Rights Commission Subpoena the Director-General of the Department of Home Affairs

    Attention: Editors and Reporters
    Friday, 24 July 2026

    The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC/the Commission) has subpoenaed the  Director General of the Department of Home Affairs (Department), Mr Tommy Makhode, and the Department’s North West Provincial Manager, Ms Eunice Mhlanga, in terms of section 15 (1) (c) of the South African Human Rights Commission Act 40 of 2013.

    The scheduled appearances relate to a complaint concerning delays in the determination of an application for citizenship. The scheduled appearances will also provide an opportunity to discuss other matters falling within the mandate of the respective institutions.

    The details of the proceedings are as follows:

    • Date: Monday, 27 July 2026
    • Time: 09h00
    • Venue: SAHRC North West Provincial Office (Boardroom), 25 Heystek Street, Rustenburg

    The proceedings are open to members of the public and the media, subject to space availability. Those wishing to attend in person are requested to RSVP by contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

    The proceedings will also be accessible virtually via Microsoft Teams. Members of the public and the media wishing to attend virtually may join using the link below:

    https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/334736312556335?p=GKncJJxaarTQNAXWck.

    For further information or media enquiries, please contact Shirley Mlombo at 083 575 1893 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

    ENDS

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